Sourdough Beer Pizza Crust
Try this Sourdough Beer Pizza Crust recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Sourdough Beer Pizza Crust recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 292.940100240006 g
- Cholesterol 97.9200000827767 mg
- Fat 17.8569000033111 g
- Fiber 3.57980000003427 g
- Protein 192.423400161415 g
- Saturated Fat 4.55318000216139 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -4 pizza (572g)
- Sodium 3083.53950252469 mg
- Sugar 289.360300239972 g
- Trans Fat 0.54768000013796 g
- Calories 2102 calories
Step-by-step
- Combine the sourdough starter and beer in the bowl of a stand mixer or mixing bowl. Stir until starter is dissolved.
- Add yeast, baking powder, salt and olive oil to the beer mixture.
- Add flours to remaining ingredients to make a slightly sticky dough. Adjust the flour or add water to make a nice, sticky consistency.
- Knead dough until it is smooth, but still a little sticky. Add as little extra flour during the kneading as possible so that the dough stays sticky. Using a stand mixer will help with the kneading.
- Let dough rest 2-4 hours on the countertop.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 450 degrees for about 30 minutes. If you have a baking stone, preheat it in the oven.
- Divide dough into 2 to 4 round and shape each round into a pizza. I shape mine onto parchment paper.
- Use a wooden peel to slide each dough one at a time onto the pizza stone. If you don't have a pizza stone, bake the dough on a cookie sheet.
- Bake for 5 minutes until just crisp. Remove from the oven.
- Add pizza toppings to the dough and bake another 7 minutes until cheese is melted.
My Unexpected Pizza Journey: From Kitchen Chaos to Crusty Perfection
As a busy working mom, finding time for elaborate cooking projects often feels like a luxury. My days are a whirlwind of meetings, school runs, and the ever-present demands of family life. So, when I stumbled upon this sourdough beer pizza crust recipe, I'll admit, I was skeptical. Sourdough? Beer? It sounded more like a science experiment than a simple pizza base. But, driven by a craving for homemade pizza and a healthy dose of adventurous spirit, I decided to give it a try. What unfolded was a surprisingly rewarding experience, transforming my ordinary weeknight dinner into a culinary adventure. This recipe has since become a beloved staple in our home, a testament to the magic that can happen when we dare to step outside of our culinary comfort zones.
The initial steps involved a surprising amount of patience. The recipe called for a sourdough starter (something I had only vaguely heard of) and the instructions seemed rather intricate. I must confess to feeling a bit overwhelmed. However, armed with a good YouTube tutorial on sourdough starters, I gradually got comfortable with the preparation. The aroma of the freshly milled flour and the fragrant beer were intoxicating, and I realized it was more enjoyable than anticipated. I found myself completely absorbed in the process, finding solace in the rhythmic kneading and the quiet satisfaction of creating something from scratch. As the dough rested for those crucial 2-4 hours, I found myself reflecting on how even in the midst of busy days, there's a unique kind of zen to be found in the kitchen.
The actual baking process was unexpectedly smooth. Although I lacked a pizza stone (a culinary tool that had previously felt way beyond my level of ambition), I managed perfectly well with a regular cookie sheet. Watching the crust turn a beautiful golden brown in the oven was incredibly satisfying – the proof of a baking process well done. The final result? A pizza crust that was simultaneously crisp, airy, and subtly flavorful, a fantastic base for any pizza toppings I could dream of. My family was thrilled with the results – a simple home-cooked pizza that tasted as good as (or better than!) any restaurant pizza. The recipe's unexpected success fueled my growing love for baking and for exploring new culinary horizons. My next adventure is attempting to make my own pizza sauce from scratch, based on another intriguing recipe I found. I am learning that the kitchen isn't only a place to prepare meals but a realm of creativity, discovery, and family bonding. I’ve discovered that finding time for myself – even if it’s only for an hour or two in the kitchen – is vital for my mental wellbeing.
This pizza making experience was more than just preparing a meal; it was about embracing the joy of creation, the rewarding feeling of achieving something new, and the simple pleasure of sharing a homemade meal with those I love. The recipe has transformed a hectic weeknight into a cherished family ritual, strengthening our bond through shared culinary endeavors. I encourage every busy woman, regardless of cooking experience, to embrace this recipe— to find her own “zen moment” in the kitchen, to discover her own creative spark, and to experience the simple pleasures of homemade goodness. The satisfaction of creating something beautiful and delicious is its own reward.
This sourdough beer pizza crust recipe isn't just about the recipe itself; it's a journey of self-discovery, a testament to the transformative power of finding joy in the everyday moments. And for a busy working mom like me, that's a truly delicious outcome. It's a reminder that even in the chaos of daily life, there's always room for a little adventure – and a really great pizza.
Ingredients used in this recipe: 1 1/2 t salt, 2 t olive oil, 1 t baking powder, 1 cup sourdough starter (fed or unfed), 1 1/2 cups of room temperature beer, 2 t instant yeast, 2 1/2 cups (11 oz) of whole wheat flour (freshly milled flour preferred), 1 1/2 cups (6.7 oz) of durum wheat flour (freshly milled flour preferred).
